How To Provide Constructive Criticism Effectively
Feedback can be used to improve performance, solve problems, or increase awareness of specific situations. In a working environment, it is important for all employees to receive from their supervisors or colleagues. It should be given in an open and honest fashion to...
Habits That Are Preventing Your Business From Succeeding
If you're nowhere near your projected business goals, you might have some habits you need to shake off. Are you standing in the way of your business' success? Usually, you're either doing too little of something or doing too much of something. Habits You...
Managing Two People Who Hate Each Other
Managing people that don't get along is tough. You must try to figure out how to keep the drama low and the productivity high. Before you call in the professionals to mediate, we've got a few things to keep in mind as you manage two people that hate each other....
6 Benefits of Using Social Media for Your Small Business
Small businesses need to use social media because it has these six benefits. Communicate with customers Companies can use social media to resolve customer service issues and answer questions. This may be faster than speaking with customers on the phone....
Do’s and Don’ts of Starting a Business With a Friend
Starting a business with a friend may be a really good idea if you both want to be entrepreneurs and have a passion to open a business together. However, there are some things that you should be mindful of so that you don’t ruin your friendship. Here are some...
How to Take Criticism as a Leader
Being a leader means getting constantly criticized for every move you make as a manager. The secret to leadership is to sharpen your mental toughness skills and learn how to take criticism using it for positive changes. Here are a few ways you can take...
Tips on How to Motivate Your Team
Having the right team will definitely deliver the results that you need, however, some leaders make mistakes that ultimately end up draining the energy from the team and leading to poor performance. As a leader, you should fire your team up, motivating your...
The Dangers of Micromanaging a Business
Imagine sitting at an interview, hopeful for the opportunity to join a reputable company. And then, the owner describes the style of leadership as very micromanaged. Not only is it doubtful the available position will be filled, but the boss has also succeeded...
How to Write a Letter of Recommendation
Letters of recommendation are typically given to those who are applying for jobs, internships, leadership, or volunteer opportunities. They help an employer gain a better understanding of an individual's strengths and hopefully validate some of the things that are...
Marketing 101 for Small Business Owners
Small businesses have an uphill battle when it comes to marketing. Each marketing dollar should be squeezed to the maximum. Even though small businesses often have very limited budgets, smart marketing investments can generate impressive growth. Prudent...